The light turned green, but I was cemented to the sidewalk. The swarm of motorbikes, scooters, and the occasional bus stampeded through the intersection. I clutched my children (at the curb) and watched the local Vietnamese walked confidently through the crosswalk while the traffic flowed around them. We were in Hanoi, on a family vacation …
Perched on the edge of two extinct volcanic craters on Santa Cruz, one of five inhabited islands in the Galapagos Archipelago, Pikaia Lodge delivers a unique luxury land-based Galapagos experience. Instead of cruising through the Galapagos Islands on a liveaboard boat, guests at Pikaia Lodge enjoy luxury eco-resort living on Santa Cruz Island along with …
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Flames licking and leaping inside the bonfire pits scattered along 10 miles of uninterrupted coastline aren’t the only things red-hot in Huntington Beach, California. This Orange County community, also known as Surf City USA, is experiencing a renewal. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, vibrant surf culture, and sand for miles, Huntington Beach …
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Traveling with children can be daunting. After almost two decades of air travel with infants, toddlers, and teens, here are my top tips for flying with kids. Before you Fly Seat Selection Bulkhead seats offer extra space, but the downside is the table tray is in the armrest, and that can be tricky for younger …
After years of dreaming of a family hiking trip to the Alps, the boys turned six and eight, and we decided to hit the trails. We are from Canada and had already traveled to Europe with the children, so we knew what we in for regarding flights and jet-lag, but hiking as a family was a complete unknown. …
On a recent visit to Calgary, Alberta we toured Canadian Rocky Mountain Resort’s private ranch, explored Granary Road, and dined at The Loft Kitchen. The Granary Road complex is an entertainment, dining and market destination in Calgary’s Foothills District. Here is what you can expect on a family visit to Granary Road and the Loft Kitchen. Exploring …
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From Thailand’s tropical islands to the rugged European Alps, here is a round-up of our favourite high-quality travel gear and accessories. You can learn about these items and other travel and lifestyle products on the Luxe Travel Family Amazon page. Luggage Carry-On Luggage If you travel with carry-on luggage, here are a few excellent options. …
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December is prime vacation time for families with school-age children, and we are often traveling with kids over Christmas. Although we enjoy experiencing a new destination and it’s culture, there are a few Christmas traditions we pack along with our luggage. Here are a few tips for traveling with kids over Christmas. Five Tips for …
“It’s medicine from the mountains,” declared Horst, our llama trekking guide, as he rushed out of his wooden cabin carrying a hand-crafted tray of full shot glasses. We are in Bartholomäberg near Schruns in the Montafon region of Vorarlberg, Austria, and it’s just shy of 9 a.m. An early start for imbibing, even on vacation. …
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Jet lag is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects, such as fatigue and irritability, following a long flight through several time zones (source: Merriam Webster). Jet lag can make travel tough, and when you are traveling with kids, it’s even more challenging. After almost two decades of family travel, I’ve developed a few strategies …
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We have been traveling to Europe for a decade, and Italy is often on our family travel itinerary. For adults, rich culture, passionate locals, and fabulous food and wine make Italy a first-class destination. For kids, Ferrari shops, piazzas to run around in (some with carousels), and gelato shops on what seems like every corner …
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If you are traveling to or through Europe with the kids, you have likely considered London, Paris, and Barcelona – the top three most visited cities in Europe. But where else should you go? Based on a decade of traveling throughout Europe with our children, these five family-friendly European cities are worth a visit. Munich, …
Our local guide pulled the Polaris UTV (Ultimate Terrain Vehicle) off the rugged trail and under the shade of a palm-like Pandanus tree. We had stopped near Pu’u Ali’i, meaning hill of chiefs in Hawaiian, to learn more about where water used to flow on Lanai. Here we heard how non-native plants and animals transformed …
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An excellent (and exclusive) ski destination, Lech Zürs am Arlberg in Austria’s westernmost province of Vorarlberg is also world-class during the summer season. Sparkling mountain lakes, glacier-fueled streams, and lush alpine meadows draw tourists from all over the world. And the family hiking in Lech is excellent with family-run hotels, accessible trails, and traditional mountain huts …
After exploring the temples in Angkor Park and the touristic city of Siam Reap, we planned to see more of Cambodia on a day trip with Smiling Albino – a destination management company specializing in customizable and unique experiences throughout Southeast Asia. Smiling Albino’s sample adventures from Siem Reap include cycling, hiking, and kayaking. We …
